Chinese Auction Holly Court #170, Order of the Amaranth, will be hosting its annual fundraiser on Oct. 3 at the American Legion Hall, 2745 Grand Avenue. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. First number called by 7:30 .pm. The cost is $12 per person with a ziti dinner or $8 per person without dinner. Coffee and Cake will be served. RSVP before Sept. 28. For more information, call Lois at 798-1045.
26th Annual Oktoberfest
Come and celebrate the fall season with an Oktoberfest at Oceanside Lutheran Church - 62 Davison Ave. (next to the library) in Oceanside. There will be authentic German food and music plus a variety of tasty treats in the Beer Garden from noon-3 p.m. Explore the sale of Attic Treasure and home-made crafts, and then try the children's games. There will be a special visit of exotic animals and crafts from the nearby Tanglewood Preserve Center for Science Teaching and Learning. Oktoberfest is Saturday Oct. 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Civic meeting
The Island Park Civic Association will hold its next meeting on Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. at the Island Park Public Library. All residents are invited to attend.
Dinner Dance
Oceanside Community Service will have its Annual Dinner Dance Fundraiser at 6:30 on Oct. 30 at the Oceanside Jewish Center on Brower Ave. in Oceanside. The cost is $35 per person. All money raised in this fundraiser stays in Oceanside to help poor families in the community. For reservations, contact Tom Cesiro at 764-2144.
Libraries
Oceanside Library
30 Davison Ave.
Oceanside 766-2360
The Watery Depths
Cuban-American artist Humberto Piloto displays his powerful art exhibit, "The Watery Depths," at the Oceanside Library from September through October. For further information, please call the Library's Information Desk at 766-2360, ext. 365.
Poetry
Open Mic Night Poet Peter V. Dugan of the North Sea Poetry Scene hosts this literary event featuring special guests George Wallace and Suffolk County Poet Laureate David Axelrod. 7-9 p.m. on Oct. 10.
Book Discussion
Playwright and performer Janet Emily Demarest reveals the love affair of President John Adams and his First Lady through their private correspondence in the book “Dearest Friend: A Life of Abigail Adams†by Lynne Withey. 2 p.m. on Oct. 14.
Small Scale Composting
Blaize Guzzardo, Master Composer, shows how to create and maintain compost in your own backyard to best facilitate plant growth. Sponsored by the Oceanside Garden Club. 7 p.m. on Oct. 14.
Current Issues
Join political commentator Barbara Krupit as she leads this lively and informative discussion of today's headline news stories. 1:30-3 p.m. on Oct. 15.
Concert Version:
Guys and Dolls Plaza Theatrical Productions performs a stellar version of this musical comedy. Tickets required. 2 p.m. on Oct. 19.
Island Park Library
176 Long Beach Rd.,
Island Park 432-0122
Computer Kindergarten for Adults
This is slow-paced, user-friendly workshop for first-time computer users. It will cover computer basics such as Windows desktop, using the mouse, opening programs, creating documents and saving a file. Oct. 3 at 2 p.m.
Simply Stronger
Certified Personal Trainer Marilyn Bunger is here again to teach this well received low-impact exercise class. Please bring hand weights, soup cans or a 16oz. water bottle. Classes start at 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 8, 15, 22, and 29.
Book Adventures (ages 5-10)  Ms. Meghan will lead this popular program featuring stories, media, crafts and more. Come with your friends and have a good time. Oct. 8 and 22 at 4 p.m.
Toddler Time (ages 3-5)
Join Ms. Meghan and Mrs. N. for a half hour of free play followed by music, finger plays, stories, rhymes and a simple craft. Have fun while meeting new friends. Oct. 9 and 23 at 10:30 a.m.
Movies
Iron Man at 2 p.m. on Oct. 4.
JCC
Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC
15 Neil Ct., Oceanside 766-4341
Adult Connections Club
Come join the fun and meet new people at interesting events. All events are from 7:30-9:30 p.m. and cost $10 per person per month. For more information, call Debbie Rosen at 766-4341, ext. 129.
October 2: The History of Anti-Semitism with Doug LeBlang
October 16: Film: “The Jazz Singer†with Neil Diamond
Home for the Holidays
Make the Holidays a time to remember - spend them with family and friends at the JCC on Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. This program is made possible by a grant from UJA-Federation of New York and costs $25 per person. For more information, call Paula Wall at 431-2929 or e-mail her at pwall@friedbergjcc.org.
The Producers
Join the JCC at the Westchester Broadway Theater’s production of The Producers on Nov. 6. Seating is Limited, and lunch is included. Register no later than Oct. 5. The cost is $105 per person. For information, call 766-4341, ext. 129, or e-mail drosen@friedbergjcc.org.
An Adventure to Mohonk Mountain House
The magnificent enchantment of this 266 room Victorian castle sits on thousands of acres of pristine forest and winding trails in the picturesque Hudson Valley, just a few hours from New York. Enjoy a private morning tour of the house, followed by a world famous buffet. After the dining experience, choose from one of two options: enjoy a leisurely one-hour walk outdoors led by a naturalist or for the more active adult, you may choose the hour-long hike. Following the afternoon activity, you will have additional time to explore. The trip takes place on Wednesday, October 29 and costs $107. Please register no later than Friday, October 10.
Trip to Israel
The JCC is going to Israel for a very special and unique journey from October 25-November 4, 2008. Full itinerary available upon request. For more information, please contact Joan Goldfaden at 766-4341 ext. 128.
Personal sports training programs
are available with private and group lessons in baseball, basketball, football, hockey and soccer for ages 6 and up. Fees vary depending on sessions purchase. Multiple session discounts available. Sessions are available Monday through Friday and Sundays. Call Robin Furman at 766-4341, ext. 132, or e-mail rfurman@aol.com to set up an appointment.
